Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine
Being a woman is a roller coaster of hormones, from the time you get your first period until the day you get the last one (and even after that, really). Even though it’s often easy to see where you are on that journey and even how well you’re buckled in, sometimes it gets a bit murky as to whether or…
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To women everywhere who are experiencing perimenopause or menopause, we salute you. Sleep can be incredibly evasive during this time of your life, especially if you’re experiencing night sweats and hot flashes. Staying up all night fighting with your pillow might not be a big deal once or twice, but over time the sleep you’re losing to those night sweats…
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Irregular periods and hair growing places you were pretty sure it doesn’t belong might be more than irritating life struggles. They could be early signs that you have Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome. According to the US Department of Health and Human Services, five to 10 percent of American women ages 15 to 44 have PCOS, but might not know it. Often,…
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Nutrition is a very dynamic science. I look back to the 90’s when everything in my household was “fat free” and thought I was eating right! Luckily, most of the population has turned away from the low fat frenzy where bagels and pasta were unlimited and realized that carbohydrates may be a target of dietary modification. Two specific nutrients I…
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Something called “leaky gut” could be the root cause of your health concerns. Your gastrointestinal (GI) tract: General function: Alter food by chemical and mechanical means into substances that can be absorbed. This involves the digestive enzymes secreted by the stomach, pancreas and gallbladder. Absorb nutrients in the small and large intestines Eliminate unused substances Keep a tight barrier from…
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Your body is made up of about 60% water! We lose water via urine, perspiration, and respiration. Have you ever wondered how much water you should drink in a day? Is the recommended “8-glasses” enough? What about other beverages (coffee, tea, etc.)– do those count? Below are some tips on how to stay hydrated this summer and year round! Water:…
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